The Viaduct Murder · Character
Mr. Carmichael
A steady presence in the investigation who produces the photograph that cracks open the case's most guarded secret.
supporting
Also known as Carmichael, VII Carmichael
First appearance: The Viaduct Murder
As a supporting figure in The Viaduct Murder, Mr. Carmichael is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
Part of the group investigating the death.
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With Mordaunt Reeves (professional): Mordaunt and Mr. Carmichael have a collegial professional relationship, often discussing case details and evidence. With Gordon Davenant (professional): Gordon interacts with Mr.
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Relationship types
- Professional
- Social
- Other
Character groups
- Minor suspects and investigators
- Protagonist
- Minor characters and allusions
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Open in readerNarrative arc
Story tension across the book.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
This is the story's dramatic climax because it marks the psychological peak where the murderer, Reeves, reveal…
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Follow the arc while readingRelationships
- Mordaunt Reeves
professional · positive
- Gordon Davenant
professional · positive
- Marryatt
professional · positive
- Old Brotherhood
social · ambivalent
- Gordon Davenant
professional · positive
- Mordaunt Reeves
professional · positive
- Old Brotherhood
social · ambivalent
- Mordaunt Reeves
professional · positive
- Gordon Davenant
professional · positive
- Marryatt
professional · positive
- Marryatt
professional · positive
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Mr. Carmichael appears across 21 companion beats. Open any chapter in the free preview to see the notes beside the text.
- The Viaduct Murder
- I: The Paston Oatvile Dormy-House
- II: In the Rough
- IV: Endless Clues
- VI: The Movements of Mr. Davenant
- VII: Carmichael’s Account of It
- VIII: The Inquest, and a Fresh Clue
- The Animated Picture
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Chapter companion notes
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